When people talk, they don't just hear and see sounds and movements. They experience a blend of both. This blend is different when people generate the sounds and movements themselves, compared to when they just observe or listen. Most research has focused on single senses, like sight or sound. But what about when both are mixed? And what if the mix comes from our own...

The way our brains blend touch and sound is a skill that takes time to develop. It often doesn't fully mature until later in life. This process is heavily influenced by our experiences with different senses during childhood and teenage years. Vision, in particular, plays a big role in how well we can integrate touch and sound. A group of researchers looked into this...